Cam chain guide replace?

[gabos666]

Hi all!

Just run through the GS puzzle, and my eyes just stopped on the cam chain guide, the long one, and the running surface is OK(where the chain rubbing it), but the other side is cracked like hell. Lot of small cracks. I think I should change it, but new one is out of question, it is looooot of money. Used one from e-bay is a hit or miss... Can it be glued somehow, or it is a silly idea? What material is it made from?

Thank you!

[tom203]

Is this the 82 gs550m ? If so ,Today could be your lucky day. This eBay item for 81 gs650e is probably the same camchain/guide setup. Won't let me link direct (proverbial stack overflow) but head to eBay and search for item # 231464799331

obviously check parts fiches yourself

[eil]

What tom said.

Cracked cam chain guides should always be replaced.

[rapidray]

PLEASE list your bike in your signature so we know what bike you are referring to when you ask us questions! Cracks on the BACK side, away from the chain, are no issue. That guide is not moving.
Ray.